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LCivR 16.3 Voluntary Facilitative Mediation
16.3
Voluntary Facilitative Mediation
Definition
- Voluntary Facilitative Mediation (VFM) is a flexible, nonbinding dispute resolution process in which an impartial third party—the mediator—facilitates negotiations among the parties to help them reach settlement. VFM seeks to expand traditional settlement discussions and broaden resolution options, often by going beyond the issues in controversy. The mediator, who may meet jointly and separately with the parties, serves as a facilitator only and does not decide issues or make findings of fact.
Program description
- Procedures and other details regarding the VFM process are governed by the program description, available on the
court’s website
.
Date Last Modified:
September 30, 2024
